How to Install Video Drivers

This updated guide examines How to Install Video Drivers and organizes the essential facts, background, and practical takeaways in clear American English.

Method 1of 4:

Automatic Driver Update in Windows

1. Browse to the Device Manager.
   • In Windows 7 or Vista, click Start and type "Device Manager" in the search box.
   • In Windows XP, right-click on the My Computer icon on your desktop and choose "Device Manager" from the popup window.
2. Click on the plus sign beside "Display adapters" and then right-click on the video card driver displayed.
3. Choose "Update Driver Software" from the popup window.

Method 2of 4:

Manually Update in Windows

1. Visit the manufacturer's website for your video card driver.
2. Search the "Downloads" or "Drivers" section for your video card's model.
3. Download the executable file for your operating system to your desktop and then double-click the icon to run it.
4. Follow the prompts on the video card driver installer.

Method 3of 4:

Automatic Driver Update on a Mac

1. Search for a Mac operating system (OS) update.
   • Any video card driver updates for your system will be included in the OS update.
   • Click the picture of the Apple on your desktop.
2. Select "Software Update" from the popup menu.
   • Follow the prompts and reboot as necessary.

Method 4of 4:

Update Manually on a Mac

1. Visit the Apple driver downloads page at www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/drivers and sort the view alphabetically.
2. Click the download link next to the video card driver you need and allow the driver to save to your computer.